2015 parks & rec brochure

Maturango Museum and Gift Shop100 East Las Flores Ave., Ridgecrest CA 93555760-375-6900 • www.maturango.orgOpen 10am - 5pm

Daily Except Major Holidays

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CITY OF RIDGECRESTPARKS & RECREATION

Summer 2015 - Spring 2016

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CITY OF RIDGECRESTPARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Kerr McGee Community Center100 W. California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

(760) 499-5151

Parks & Recreation Department Staff 2015:Jason Patin – Department Head

Mindy Beck – Facility Rentals/Recreation CoordinatorHilary Hunt – Recreation Coordinator

Lance Foster – Recreation CoordinatorTerri Miller – Dept. Secretary

Randy Brown – Parks & Maintenance Supervisor

REFUNDS – Our policy is NO REFUNDS only credit applied to your account. However, if your classis cancelled, you may request a full refund or have credit applied to your account.

In order to sign up for a program or to make a reservation please make an account, at no cost, onour website at www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/recreation. If you have any questions please give us a call at(760) 499 – 5151.

Register now at www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/recreation

SUMMER HOURSJune 1 – August 7, 2015

Monday 8:00am – 6:00pmTuesday – Saturday 8:00am – 9:00pm

As of August 8th hours will go back to:Tuesday – Friday 2:30pm – 9:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 9:00pm

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FREE Day Camp for Children with Autism

“With staff support, I get to work directly withone child! I will never forget this summer —

I know now I can make a difference!“

Our Program Offers

201 E. Ridgecrest Blvd • (760) 375-9787 • www.dartontarget.org

• An emphasis on the individual child• CAMP SESSIONS… all supplies, snacks, equipment, and a camp t-shirt are provided FREE

• Age appropriate activities that promote physical, social/emotional, and language/communication skills

• One on one partnering with mentor high school students—with 100% staff monitoring

• Lots of opportunities for social interaction with peers• We believe children should have the opportunity to go to camp and have FUN!

If you have specific questions about attending or being a high school volunteer please call:Cris Bridges Chief of Programs and Services 760 375-9787 ext. 19

Don’t MissAugust 1st & 2nd Adult All Night Softball Fundraiser

To Sign Your Team Up Call Bob at 760-375-9787 ext. 22

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Kerr McGee Community CenterThe home of the Parks & Recreation Department. Facility also includes a gymnasium, tworacquetball courts, fitness equipment room, aerobics room, showers, lockers, preschool,banquet rooms, meeting rooms and a kitchen. Please call 499-5151 for information.

FREEDOM PARK – Home of the Veterans Memorial100 W. California Ave.

Located between Kerr McGee Community Center and City Hall. This is a 19.8 acre open turf areaopen to the public. There is also a Gazebo area available for rental.

HELLMERS PARK125 S. Warner St.

Located next to the Senior Citizen Center and Pinney Pool. This 1 acre park has picnic tablesand an enclosed area great for the dogs. The park hours are: 5:00am - 10:00pm.

SGT. JOHN PINNEY MEMORIAL POOL205 S. Warner St.

Located at 205 S. Warner Street, behind City Hall.

JAMES M. PEARSON MEMORIAL PARK1001 N. Downs St

This 4.5 acre park has a large playground area with a specific area for small children, abasketball court, grass, trees, and picnic tables for community use. The park hours are: 5:00am -10:00pm.

UPJOHN PARK501 E. Upjohn

This 6 acre park has two playgrounds, horse shoe pits, a basketball court, lights, and restrooms.The park hours are: 5:00am - 10:00pm.

LEROY JACKSON PARK SPORTS COMPLEX302 E. French St.

56 acres located on French St. adjacent to Leroy Jackson Park. There are three softball fieldswith lights, three regulation soccer fields with lights, including the Matt Armstrong Memorial fields.Lt. Ralph E. Foulks, Jr. Memorial Tennis Courts, a total of 6 tennis courts, no lighting. All facilitiesare available for reservations, please call 499-5151.

RIDGECREST SKATE PARK302 E. French St.

Located on French St. adjacent to Leroy Jackson Park. Open to the public from 5:00am to12:00am. Skaters are required to wear a helmet, knee pads & elbow pads.

KERR MCGEE YOUTH SPORTS COMPLEX117 S. Downs Ave.

These fields totaling 11.7 acres are located on Downs St.

RIDGECREST SENIOR CENTER125 S. Warner St.

For Senior Nutrition Program info please call 375-5438.

RIDGECREST ANIMAL SHELTER411 San Bernardino Blvd.

For more information call 760-499-5190.

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We are thrilled to support ourcommunities Youth Programs

501 W Ridgecrest Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555 • (760) 375-4123

Planning a meeting, banquet or party? We have the perfect location for you…

The Kerr McGee Community Center has a large meeting/banquet hall that accommodatesup to 1,000 people and five smaller meeting rooms. The gymnasium is also available for rent.A complete kitchen is available for rental use by individuals or caterers. For rental rates,availability and additional information call 499-5151.

Single Meeting Room $20.00/hour Double Meeting Room $25.00/hour ½ Hall (54’ x 73’) $330.00 w/o kitchen, $440.00 w/kitchen Full Hall (108’ x 73’) $600.00 w/o kitchen, $710.00 w/kitchen

There is a $300.00 deposit for ½ hall rentals and $500 deposit for full hall rentals. The depositis due at the time of reservation and rental fees due 5 days prior to use. Alcohol event add $50to rental fees. If rental is cancelled, deposit is forfeited. Meeting room rental fees are duewhen the reservation is made. Other fees may apply, please call 499-5151 for more rentalinformation.For your convenience the center has the following equipment available for use with a roomrental at no extra cost: Stage, podium, overhead, TV/VCR/DVD, white board, tables and chairs.

City StaffDennis Speer, City Manager

& Public Works Director

Rachel Ford, City Clerk

Ron Strand, Chief of Police

Rachelle McQuiston, Finance Director

Jason Patin, Department Head

Ridgecrest City CouncilPeggy Breeden, Mayor

Lori Acton, Vice Mayor

Jim Sanders, Mayor Pro Tem

Eddie Thomas, Council Member

Mike Mower, Council Member

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COMMUNITY PHONE NUMBERS:City of Ridgecrest Parks & Recreation Department 499-5151Pinney Pool 375-5250City of Ridgecrest Police Department Non – Emergency 499-5100City of Ridgecrest Animal Control 499-5190Fire Department 375-8466Kern County Sheriff’s Department 375-9761City of Ridgecrest 499-5000High Desert Senior Nutritional Program 375-5438Ridgecrest Senior Center 375-5438Morale Welfare & Recreation (MWR) 939-2010Paradise Cafe 939-8660Golf Course 939-2990Ridgecrest Regional Hospital 446-3551Health Department 375-5157Ridgecrest Library 384-5870Sierra Sands Unified School District 375-3363Cerro Coso Community College 384-6100Dial – A – Ride 499-5040Chamber of Commerce 375-8331Boys & Girls Club of the IWV 375-8870 IWV Baseball www.iwvyb.com IWV Football www.iwvburros.com

THE L.E.A.N. WAYThis series is taught one workshop at a time over four months. This may be overdue for many: but, you can takecontrol of your life! Join me on this roadmap for wellness… boost energy, sharpen thinking, sleep better, stress less,free of pain, repair existing damage, etc.

FEE: Cost per adult: $30, Couples can attend for $45, (one book per couple)INSTRUCTOR: Jessica DavidLOCATION: Meeting Room – Kerr McGee Center

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FITNESS ROOMFeaturing Excellent Life Cycle Computerized EquipmentUnlimited Use Passes - (Racquetball, Open Gym, Fitness Room, and Showers) No Refunds

ADULT YOUTH*/SR.** FAMILY (max of 5 members)

Daily Pass $6.00 $4.00 n/aMonthly Pass / 10 Visit $37.00 $27.00 n/aSilver Pass* (6 mos) $165.00 $83.00 $290.00Gold Pass* (Annual) $280.00 $110.00 $395.00

*Includes use of Pinney Pool (Public/Lap Swim & Water Aerobics) *Youth under the age of 18 must have a signed participant waiver on file.

*Youth under the age of 16 must be supervised at all times! **Over the age of 60

AEROBIC STEP CLASSDAYS: Tues / Wed / ThursTIME: 5:30pm – 6:30pmFEE: Drop ins $2.50 per classINSTRUCTOR: Millie Bechtel

OPEN GYM SCHEDULE ~ $1.00 ONLY!Times are posted weekly!

**Open Gym hours are subject to change depending on season. A phone call to the center, 499-5151 is recommended to verify hours before arrival. Only paid patrons allowed in the gym.

RACQUETBALL AT THE KMCC 2 Courts Available*Make reservations online at www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/recreationFEE: $12.00 per hour

ZUMBA FITNESS Designed for all fitness levels.

DAYS: Tuesdays TIME: 9:00am – 10:00am & 5:30pm – 6:30pmFEE: $5.00 drop insINSTRUCTOR: Jamie Hawkins and Becca Craddock

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KARATEThis is a Shotokan karate class based on the JKA (Japan Karate Association) tradition. The classteaches basic techniques as well as sparring and kata training. The dedicated student gains skills inself-defense in addition to healthy exercises. There is a commitment to excellence, respect, and selfimprovement.

AGES: 10 to Adults DAYS/TIME: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 6:30pm – 8:00pmFEE: $2.00 drop in per classINSTRUCTOR: David Bal

SELF DEFENSEThis adult class is designed to teach practical self-defense skills.There are no uniforms, no competitions, and no showing off. The firstgoal is to learn how to avoid dangerous scenarios and only engage inviolence if completely unavoidable. The class teaches to deliver themost effective strikes to survive and escape as quickly as possible.

AGES: Adult 18+DAYS/TIME: Wednesdays 8:00 – 9:00pmFEE: $4.00 drop in per classINSTRUCTOR: David Bal

Tuesday6:30 – 7:30 pm Children – any rank7:30 – 8:00 pm Children – colored belts8:00 – 9:00 pm Adult Karate – any rank

Wednesday6:30 – 7:30 pm Children – any rank7:30 – 8:00 pm Children – colored belts8:00 – 9:00 pm Adult Self Defense - no uniform

This program is for youth ages 6 - 11. Camp willprovide boys and girls with a fun and excitingsummer. Each week will provide differentactivities. Some activities to be offered areswimming, bowling, movies, drama, crafts,games, and much more. Ten one-weeksessions will be offered. Program runsMonday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30p.m. at the Kerr McGee Community Center.The center will not be open before 7:00 a.m.Please pick up your child(ren) by 5:30 p.m.There is a late fee of $10.00 per five minutesper child after 5:30 p.m. The fees are$115.00 per week with no half days. Thereis a $25.00 non-refundable deposit requiredPER session to hold your spot and isdeducted from the $115.00 per week fee.The balance is due Friday prior to the start of each session. Paymentsmade after 5:30 pm on Monday of each session will be assessed a $20.00 late fee. There is a $5.00discount for additional children in one family. (REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday prior to start of a session)Registration is at the Kerr McGee Center.

SESSION DATES: 1. June 1 – 5 6. July 6 – 102. June 8 – 12 7. July 13 – 173. June 15 – 19 8. July 20 – 244. June 22 – 26 9. July 27 – 31 5. June 29 – July 2 (NO camp on July 3rd) 10. Aug 3 – 7

*Day Camp fees are pro-rated by $23.00 for week 5 due to no camp on July 3rd

SUMMER DAY CAMP 2015

CITY OF RIDGECREST PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTKerr McGee Community Center, 100 W. California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 • (760) 499-5151 3398

SIERRA ACADEMY OF DANCEINSTRUCTOR: CATE DEMIN

751 S. RICHMOND ROAD, RIDGECRESTLearn fun ballet technique’s. Make sure to bring stretchable dancewear.

MONDAYS Session 1: June 1 – 27 Session 2: July 6 – 31BALLET 5+ 2:00 – 3:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthBALLET 7+ 3:00 – 4:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthBALLET 9+ 4:00 – 5:30 pm Cost: $62.00 per monthBALLET 11+ 5:30 – 7:00 pm Cost: $62.00 per month

TUESDAYS Session 1: June 1 – 27 Session 2: July 6 – 31PREBALLET 3+ 2:00 – 3:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthJAZZ DANCE 7+ 3:00 – 4:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthJAZZ DANCE 9+ 4:00 – 5:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthBEGINNER ADULT BALLET 13+ 7:00 – 8:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per month

WEDNESDAYS Session 1: June 1 – 27 Session 2: July 6 – 31JAZZ DANCE 5+ 3:00 – 4:00 pm Cost: $48.00 per monthCONTEMPORARY DANCE 13+ 4:00 – 5:30 pm Cost: $62.00 per monthADVANCED BALLET 13+ 5:30 – 7:00 pm Cost: $62.00 per month

SATURDAYSSession 1: June 1 – 27 Session 2: July 6 – 31

COMBINATION DANCE CLASS: 3 – 6 YRS. 10:00 – 11:00 am Cost: $48.00 per month

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YOUTH SOCCER FALL 2015AGES: 5 – 15 yrs (Divisions based on ages as of Oct. 3, 2015)

SIGN-UPS: End July 11, 2015SEASON: Aug 11 – Oct 3, 2015 TIME: TBDCOST: $50.00 1st child (includes T-shirt)

$45.00 each additional child in same household

MCDONALD’S BIG MAC YOUTH - FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE FALL 2015 Come and join the Flag Football League! Learn how to develop football fundamentals and enjoy the gamesand action of the field. Don’t know how to play flag football? Don’t worry!

AGES: 6-15 years (6-8 NERF League) (Divisions based on ages as of Dec. 12, 2015)

SIGN UPS: End Sept 12, 2015SEASON: Oct 13 – Dec 12, 2015 TIME: TBDCOST: $50.00, 1st child (includes T-shirt)


YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE winTeR 2016AGES: 5 – 13 yrs (Divisions based on ages as of Feb 27, 2016)

SIGN-UPS: End Nov 23, 2015SEASON: Jan 5 – Feb 27, 2016TIME: TBDCOST: $50.00 1st child (includes T-shirt)


YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINIC SPRinG 2016AGES: 9 – 19 years (Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced) (Age as of Apr 30, 2016)

SIGN-UPS: End Feb 6, 2016SEASON: Mar 12 – Apr 30, 2016 TIME: TBDCOST: $50.00 1st child (includes T-shirt)


YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE SPRinG 2016AGES: 5 – 15 years (Divisions based on age as of Apr 30, 2016)

SIGN-UPS: End Feb 6, 2016SEASON: Mar 7 – Apr 30, 2016 TIME: TBDCOST: $50.00 1st child (includes T-shirt)


SUMMER JAM BASKETBALL LEAGUE SummeR 2016This league is designed for boys & girls ages 14-19. A great league for participation to get lots of playing time.

AGES: 14 – 19 yrs (Age as of July 30, 2016)

SIGN-UPS: End May 7, 2016SEASON: Jun 7 – July 30, 2016 TIME: TBD COST: $50.00 1st child (includes T-shirt)


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2015 SUMMER PROGRAMS

ARCHERY CAMP Come learn basic archery skills at this fun camp. The camp is heldat the Ridgecrest Gun Range in Inyokern on the corner of Brownand Wiknich Rd.

AGE: 9 – 17 yrs FEE: $50.00TIME: 7:30am – 9:30am INSTRUCTOR: Coso Archery ClubLOCATION: Ridgecrest Gun Range in InyokernDATES: June 1-5, Monday – Friday

SUMMER HORSE CAMPAre you a horse lover in need of a horse? This may be the camp for you!Each student will be assigned a horse to handle, groom, and ride for theday. Our knowledgeable instructors will teach students on the horse forapproximately two hours per day. The remainder of the time will bespent learning horse safety, the proper care of horses, anatomy, horsehistory, and how a horse communicates. It is a great place to meet newfriends and gain new skills.

AGE/TIME: Ages 6 + yrsTIME: 3:00pm – 7:00pm FEE: $150.00LOCATION: Robison Ranch in InyokernDATE: June 2 – 4 / Tuesday - Thursday

CRAFT TIMECraft time is fun for little ones. Bring your child for a fun time ofmaking keepsakes for family or friends

AGE: 3-4 years FEE: $12.00DATE: June 3 / WednesdayTIME: 10:30 – 11:30 amLOCATION: Playroom C – KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Lisa Foisy

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL)Come learn American Sign Language (ASL). This class introduces the fundamentals of ASL used bythe Deaf community including: basic vocabulary, syntax, fingerspelling, cultural knowledge and alsoincrease the understanding of the Deaf community. This two week class will be fun and exciting, socome join me and learn a new language!

AGE: 8 – 12 years AGE: 18+ yearsFEE: $50.00 FEE: $50.00DATE: June 1 – 10th, Mon/Wed DATE: June 2 – 11th, Tues/ThursTIME: 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm TIME: 5:45 pm – 6:45 pmLOCATION: KMCC – Meeting Room LOCATION: KMCC – Meeting RoomINSTRUCTOR: Erica Hernandez INSTRUCTOR: Erica Hernandez

June 1 – 5, 2015

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RIDGECREST GYMNASTICS ACADEMY - SUMMER CAMP A camp you’ll flip over! RGA Gymnastics is a great place to find a balance. Summer Camp will offerarts, crafts, games, and of course gymnastics for all ages. Every day includes at least 3 hours ofspecialized gymnastics instruction by our RGA instructors. Vault, bars, balance beam, floor exercise,rings, pommel horse and tumble track are all part of the fun. Campers are grouped according to theirage/abilities for gymnastics. For more information please contact RGA at 760-371-7800. Campersneed to bring a snack, lunch and water bottle every day.

FEE: $90.00 per week members / $110 per week non-membersTIME: 8:00 am – 3:00 pmLOCATION: Location: 520 S. Richmond Road,

Desert Empire Fairgrounds

DATES: June 1 – August 7th (Monday – Friday)

JUNE 8-12, 2015

CRITTERS FROM THE INSIDE OUTMaturango Museum Docents presents this up close and personal view of museum specimens,skeletons, and pelts. Fun activities to learn about our desert critters, and amazing facts that teachabout animals and their adaptations for survival.

AGE: 9 – 12 yearsFEE: $50.00DATE: June 8 – 11th, Mon-ThursTIME: 9:00 – 11:30 amLOCATION: Maturango Museum

2015 SUMMER QUICK START TENNIS CAMP (INDOOR)Bring your racket, but no need to bring balls.

AGE: 6 – 8 yearsFEE: $62.00 plus mandatory $3.00 due first day

of camp for material feeDATE: June 8 – June 18 (2 weeks), Mon – ThursTIME: 10:30 – 11:30 amLOCATION: Kerr McGee Center – Petroglyph RoomINSTRUCTOR: Yoko Burgess

JUNE 8-12, 2015


ROBISON RANCH’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONIt’s a birthday party honoring the oldest horses on theRobison Ranch! The horses will be available to give ridesto their favorite cowpoke… you! We will have a hot dogroast, cupcakes and picture opportunities. Don’t miss outon the fun! Extra meal $5.

AGE/TIME: All agesTIME: 5:00pm – 7:00pm FEE: $20.00LOCATION: Robison Ranch in InyokernDATE: June 11 / Thursday

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMPThis camp is designed for Boys & Girls of all skill levels. Campers will receive instruction on thebasics of passing, hitting, blocking, setting, serving and digging in a variety of group and individualdrills. In addition, we will give details on positional training, offense and defensive strategies for theintermediate to advanced players. Note: After the first session, players (regardless of age or grade)may be asked to move up/down based on skill level for the remainder of the week. If you participatedin the Parks & Recreation Spring Volleyball program, sign up for the same level.

AGES: 8 – 18 yearsFEE: $60.00 (Plus optional $15 due first day of

camp to be paid directly to instructors for T-Shirt.)TIME: 8:00am – 10:00am – Beginner Camp

/ 8 - 12 years

10:30am – 12:30pm –Intermediate /Advanced / 13+ years

LOCATION: KMCC GymnasiumDATES: June 8-12, (Monday – Friday) INSTRUCTORS: Elite Volleyball Club Coaches

FATHER’S DAY CRAFTDo you want to make Dad a special gift for Father’s day thisyear? Come join us and make that special gift that shows Dadjust how much he means to you!

AGES: 3 – 6 yearsFEE: $11.00 TIME: 2:00 – 3:30 pmLOCATION: Playroom B DATES: June 11th, ThursdayINSTRUCTOR: Connie Scanlan

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JUNE 15-19, 2015

YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP COEDThe camp will be focused on functional skills for basketball to include footwork, shooting and ballhandling skills. Fun competitive events will be included with ascrimmage the last day.

AGES: 6-8 years oldTIME: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

AGES: 9-11 years oldTIME: 1:00 – 3:00 pm

AGES: 12-13 years oldTIME: 3:00 – 5:00 pm

FEE: $45.00DATES: June 15 - 18, Mon-ThursLOCATION: KMCC GymINSTRUCTOR: ICS Coaching Staff & Players

EXTREME COWBOY CAMPRobison Ranch presents another fun-packed, adventurous horse camp! Cheer on your favoritecowboy or cowgirl as they ride horses over, under, around and through an obstaclecourse prepared by our knowledgeable instructors. This camp can accommodateriders at every level.

AGE: 7 + yearsFEE: $95.00DATE: June 15 – 17th, Mon - WedTIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pmLOCATION: Robison Ranch in Inyokern

INTO THE STARS: OUR SOLAR SYSTEM AND BEYONDMaturango Museum Docents presents this class to learnabout planets and stars inside and outside of the BethArmogida Planetarium with hands on activities.

AGE: 9 – 12 yearsFEE: $40.00DATE: June 16 & 17th, Tues / WedTIME: 9:00 – 11:30 amLOCATION: Maturango Museum

JUNE 15-19, 2015

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FUN WITH FOODKids will learn about nutrition by using the My Plate and by participating in some funactivities. They also will get to make yummy snacks that are actually healthy for them.

AGE: 8-12 yearsFEE: $25.00DATE: June 22 – 26th, Mon - FriTIME: 10:00 am – 12:00 pmLOCATION: Kerr McGee Center

– Meeting Room/KitchenINSTRUCTOR: Tera Moorehead

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PARACORD BRACELETLearn the techniques and knots to make a fashionable paracord bracelet.

AGE: 9 – 13 yearsFEE: $20.00DATE: June 23rd, TuesdayTIME: 1:00 - 2:30 pmLOCATION: Kerr McGee Center – Meeting RoomINSTRUCTOR: Arielle Rey

FUN WITH KITCHEN CHEMISTRYMaturango Museum Docents presents hands-on activities with common kitchen products such asbaking soda, Epsom salts, salt, sugar, and yeast. Children will make such things as crystals,elephant toothpaste, and Oobleck. They will also dochromatography with common products.

AGE: 9 – 12 yearsFEE: $45.00DATE: June 23 – 25th,

Tues/Wed/ThursTIME: 9:00 – 11:30 amLOCATION: Maturango Museum

JUNE 22-26, 2015


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PEE - WEE SPORTS CAMP This camp is an introduction to various sports including soccer, basketball, and baseball. It will bean exciting and fun camp for the little guys! Must be potty trained and bringa water bottle.

AGES/TIME: 5-6 yrs / 10:30am – 11:30am AGES/TIME: 3-4 yrs / 12:00pm – 1:00pm FEE: $32.00INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Foisy LOCATION: KMCC GymDATES: June 23-25 (Tues-Thurs)

JULY 6-10, 2015

KINDER – GYM CLASSOur Kinder – Gym class begins with a “musical warm-up”, followed bybasic instruction on the floor, balance beam, tunnels & games. This classwill help build coordination, strength & self confidence. Must be pottytrained, please bring water bottle and wear socks.

AGE/TIME: 4 – 6 years /1:00 -1:45 pmAGE/TIME: 3 years /2:00 – 2:45 pmFEE: $26.00DATES: July 7 – 8th, Tues/WedINSTRUCTOR: Lisa FoisyLOCATION: Kerr McGee Center – Playroom C

CHESS CAMP #1 Learn how to play chess! If you are a beginner age 5 – 18 years or even if you already know thebasics, these classes will make you a better chess player. Beginning chess class is for studentslearning how the pieces move and the basic rules of chess and chess tournaments. Intermediatechess is for students learning tactics, strategies, opening principles and how to win in the end game.Students in both classes will work through Mr. Morgan’s step by step individualizedchess program. Students taking more than one class will continue from where they leftoff in previous classes to learn even more.

AGE: 5 years and upTIME: Beginning 12:00 – 2:00 pm

Intermediate 2:30 – 4:30 pmFEE: $31.00INSTRUCTOR: Dwight MorganLOCATION: KMCC Meeting RoomDATES: July 6 - 10, Monday – Friday

JULY 6-10, 2015

CITY OF RIDGECREST PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTKerr McGee Community Center, 100 W. California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 • (760) 499-51513316 www.facebook.com/Kerr-McGee-Community-Center • www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/recreation

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JULY 13-17, 2015

SLIME CLASSIf you’ve ever wondered how to make slime, you’re in luck!

AGE: 7-11 FEE: $20 (Plus mandatory

$5 fee due to instructor the first day of class for materials)

DATE: July 13th, Monday TIME: 10:00am-12:00pmLOCATION: Playroom C –

Kerr McGee CenterINSTRUCTOR: Lisa Foisy

KARATE SUMMER CAMPThis summer camp will introduce children aged 10+ to traditional Shotokan Karate. The class willteach basic punching, kicking, and blocking techniques through repetitive drills.In addition, simple choreographed sparring drills will be done. The beginningof the first kata (a series of moves against imaginary opponents) will also betaught. The class will enable students to continue with the regularlyscheduled weekly class if desired. In addition to the camp cost, a $20charge for the uniform is due to the instructor the first day. Please providethe child’s height when registering.

AGE: 10+ FEE: $30.00 DATE: July 13th-17th, Mon - FriTIME: 5:30-6:30 pmLOCATION: Petroglyph Room INSTRUCTOR: David Bal

PARACORD BRACELETLearn the techniques and knots to make a fashionable paracord bracelet.

AGE: 9 – 13 yearsFEE: $20.00DATE: July 14th, TuesdayTIME: 1:00 - 2:30 pmLOCATION: Kerr McGee Center – Meeting RoomINSTRUCTOR: Arielle Rey

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CHESS CAMP #2 Learn how to play chess! If you are a beginner age 5 – 18 years or even if you already know thebasics, these classes will make you a better chess player. Beginning chess class is for studentslearning how the pieces move and the basic rules of chess and chess tournaments. Intermediatechess is for students learning tactics, strategies, opening principles and how to win in the end game.Students in both classes will work through Mr. Morgan’s step by step individualized chess program.Students taking more than one class will continue from where they left off in previous classes tolearn even more. -- This class builds on the previous intermediate class. New materialwill be covered along with a review of last weeks class. You can take this class evenif you missed last weeks class.

AGE: 5+ yrsFEE: $31.00TIME: Beginning ~ 12:00 – 2:00 pm

Intermediate ~ 2:30 – 4:30 pmINSTRUCTOR: Dwight MorganLOCATION: KMCC Meeting Room DATES: July 13 - 17, Monday – Friday

JULY 27-31, 2015

VIDEO GAME DESIGN CAMPYou play them, now learn how to create them. Working in teams, campers will develop and programtheir own video games. Computers will be provided for classroom use.

AGE: 8-15 FEE: $119.00 (Plus mandatory $35.00

material fee due first day of class

to the instructor)

DATE: July 27th – July 30th, Mon - Thur

TIME: 9:00am – 12:00pmLOCATION: Pinnacles Room - KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Michael Boone

-Creative Brain Musicstar Camps

ARTWORKZ CARTOON/ANIME CAMPStudents explore the art of cartoon and Anime drawing and create their own charactersand cartoon strips by the end of the camp session. Bring your imagination and story ideas.

AGE: 8-15 FEE: $119.00 (Plus mandatory $35.00

material fee due first day of classto the instructor)

DATE: July 27th – July 30th, Mon - Thur

TIME: 1:00pm – 4:00pmLOCATION: Pinnacles Room - KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Michael Boone

-Creative Brain Musicstar Camps

JULY 27-31, 2015

www.facebook.com/Kerr-McGee-Community-Center • www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/recreationPrograms may be added or deleted based on participation. Refer to website.


317 W. Ridgecrest Blvd. • www.teachingkidstofish.org • 760-371-5950

Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm

All Proceeds go to the Teaching Kids to Fish Programs

PROUDLY SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL YOUTH

Teaching Kids To FishA California Nonprofit Public Benefit, Faith Based Organization

Help support our childrensponser a child this summer

Would youlike to help us helpour community’s

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opportunities

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AppreciatedPick-up & Delivery

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STORY AND SNACK FUNBring your child for a morning of fun. This class offers a story/snack/DVD gearedfor your child’s age.

AGE: 4-6DATE: July 28th, Tuesday AGE: 7-10 DATE: July 29th, WednesdayFEE: $20 (Plus mandatory $5.00 material fee

due to the instructor first day)TIME: 10:30 am -12:30 pmLOCATION: Playroom C

– KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Lisa Foisy

AUG 3-7, 2015

EXPLOSION BOXPaper Crafting – By means of cutting and folding paper to create a box with a lid! Have a greeting cardbox with 12 different pages – embellished your way.

AGE: 10+ FEE: $25 DATE: Aug 3,4,5, Mon - WedTIME: 1:00pm-2:30pmLOCATION: Ridgecrest Room – KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Eunice Foster

HOLIDAY HORSE CAMPS AT ROBISON RANCHThanksgiving Break

nov 23-24, 2015 1-5pm, $99 (Ages 6+)

Christmas BreakDec 28-30, 2015 1-5pm, $150 (Ages 6+)

Spring Breakmarch 15-17, 2016 8am-12pm $150 (Ages 6+)

Are you a horse lover and in need of a horse? This may be the camp for you! Each student will beassigned a horse to handle, groom, and ride for the day. Our knowledgeableinstructors will teach students on the horse for approximately two hoursper day. The remainder of the time will be spent learning horse safety,the proper care of horses, horse anatomy, horse history, and how ahorse communicates.

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Programs may be added or deleted based on participation. Refer to website.

LIL KID’S HORSE CAMP mARCh 19Th, 2016 4-6Pm, $20 (AGeS 3-7)Allow our knowledgeable instructors to introduce your child tohorses in a safe environment. This camp consists of riding thehorse on a lead- line, feeding carrots to the horses, learninghorse safety, games, and grooming. Your young one will talkabout this experience for a long, long time.

ARCHERY CAMP 2016Come learn basic archery skills at this fun camp. Thecamp is held at the Ridgecrest Gun Range in Inyokernon the corner of Brown and Wiknich Rd.

AGE: 9 – 17 yrs FEE: $50.00TIME: 7:30am – 9:30am INSTRUCTOR: Coso Archery ClubLOCATION: Ridgecrest Gun

Range in InyokernDATES: March 14-18, 2016

LITTLE REC’ERS PRESCHOOL SePTemBeR 2015 – mAy 2016OUR LITTLE REC’ERS PROGRAM is aimed toward the aspect of having fun! Children will spendtheir time doing crafts, interacting with others, begin learning the basics of education needed forkindergarten, listening, dancing to music, playing outside on the playground/park, exercise and tottumbling. We also include special events, educational activities, including computer learning,community speakers and much more. Children must be potty-trained to enter the program. In caseof bad weather, outside time will be held in the KMCC Gym. Children will also have snack time. Theprogram asks that everyone participate in bringing a snack several times during the school year toshare with his/her child’s class.

AGE: 3 - 4 years oldFEE: $171.00 per monthDATE: Mon/Tues/Wed/ThursTIME: 8:30am -12:00 pmLOCATION: Play Room A, KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Yoko Burgess

AGE: 4 - 5 years old (Pre-K)FEE: $171.00 per monthDATE: Mon/Tues/Wed/ThursTIME: 8:30am -12:00 pmLOCATION: Play Room B, KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Connie Scanlan

AGE: 4 - 5 years old (Pre-K)FEE: $171.00 per monthDATE: Mon/Tues/Wed/ThursTIME: 8:30am -12:00 pmLOCATION: Play Room C, KMCCINSTRUCTOR: Erica Hernandez

At the time of registration, a $30.00 NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee is due.For more information please call 499-5151.


9-30-15

GRANDPARENT’S DAYCome make a craft to give your Grandma or Grandpa. Bring a picture ofyour child please.

AGE: 3 – 5 years FEE: $10.00TIME: 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm INSTRUCTOR: Lisa FoisyLOCATION: Playroom A – KMCCDATES: Thursday; September 10, 2015

HALLOWEEN CRAFT Come make a boo-ti-ful Halloween craft.

AGE: 4 – 6 years FEE: $10.00TIME: 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm INSTRUCTOR: Lisa FoisyLOCATION: Playroom A – KMCCDATES: Thursday; October 29, 2015

THANKSGIVING CRAFT Gobble gobble… Thanksgiving is coming... Come make a craft for yourThanksgiving table!

AGE: 4 – 6 yearsFEE: $10.00TIME: 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm INSTRUCTOR: Lisa FoisyLOCATION: Playroom A – KMCCDATES: Thursday; November 19, 2015

EASTER CRAFT Here comes Peter Cotton Tail! Easter is almost here! Let’s makea bunny craft.

AGE: 4 – 5 years FEE: $10.00TIME: 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm INSTRUCTOR: Lisa FoisyLOCATION: Playroom A – KMCCDATES: Tuesday; March 22, 2016

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721 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 1-760-375-7575

Proudly Supporting ourCommunity Youth Programs

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PEE - WEE SPORTS CAMP 2016This camp is an introduction to various sports including soccer, basketball, and baseball. It will bean exciting and fun camp for the little guys! Must be potty trained and bring a water bottle.

TIME: 3:45pm – 4:45pm AGES 3-4 yrsFEE: $40.00INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Foisy LOCATION: KMCC GymDATES: April 5, 12, 19, 26 Tuesdays

Season Pass OptionsPool Pass: Good for open Swim/Lap Swim/Water Aerobics

• Adult: $90• youth/Senior*: $60• Family: (5 max) $175

*60 years is senior

2015 SWIM TEAM:The City of Ridgecrest is offering a Summer Swim Team. Learn all of the competitive strokes andjoin in the fun of swimming. Let’s make a big splash this summer!

DATES: June 8 – July 23 (Practice remains on 4th of July week)

TIME: 10 AM - 11 AMAGES: 4-16 yrsFEE: $140.00 per child /or/ $70 per month (June or July)

SILVER PASS: (6 mos)Good for all Public Swim,Lap Swim,Water Aerobics,Racquetball, Fitness Room&Open Gym at KMCC

Adult Yth/Sen. Family $165 $83 $290

GOLD PASS: (1 year)

Same benefits as Silver Pass

Adult Yth/Sen. Family $280 $110 $395

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CITY OF RIDGECREST PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTKerr McGee Community Center, 100 W. California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 • (760) 499-51513322

www.facebook.com/Kerr-McGee-Community-Center • www.ridgecrest-ca.govPrograms may be added or deleted based on participation. Refer to website.

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Monday-Thursday (June 1st - August 6th)5:30am - 11:00am Lap Swim – Morning9:30am - 11:30am Morning Swim Lessons12:30pm - 4:00pm Open Swim4:30pm - 6:00pm Evening Swim Lessons

(Last lesson ends @ 6:30 pm)5:30pm – 6:30pm Water Aerobics 5:00pm - 8:00pm Lap SwimFriday (June 5th - August 7th)

8:00am – 10:30am Lap Swim 8:00am – 10:30am Stroke Lessons 11:00am – 4:30pm Open Swim6:30 pm - 8:30pm Evening Swim

Saturday (May 30th - August 8th) 8:00am – 10:30am Lap Swim 8:00am – 10:30am Stroke Lessons 11:00am – 4:30pm Open Swim

Sundays (May 31st - August 9th) 6:30pm – 8:30pm Evening Open Swim

Rental Availability (June 6th - August 9th) Saturdays 5:00pm – 8:00pm Sundays 11:00am – 6:00pm

DAILY SCHEDULE

Open Swim $2Evening Open Swim $2

Water Aerobics $3Lap Swim $3

FEES (ALL AGES)

OPEN SWIM� Children 8 years of age and younger must be accompanied & continually supervised by someone

14 years of age or older during Open Swim. � Infants/Toddlers are required to wear swim diapers which are available for purchase at the pool. � Non-Swimmers & Swimmers of all ages are required to pay a $2.00 entry fee including open swim

and evening swim. � The Pinney Pool Rules are stated at the pool and that no floatation devices are allowed that is not

approved by the US Coast Guard. NO EXCEPTIONS!

LAP SWIM Two lanes will be dedicated to Lap Swim during the times listed. Please understand that there is a verygood chance that you will be sharing a lane with other Lap Swimmers. Also, lap swimmers are requiredto swim laps! Participants not swimming laps will be asked to leave the pool area without refund.

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Note: Please be advised that Open Swim and evening swim will only be available on Saturdays and Sundays, times are listed above, after August9, 2015. All other programs such as swim lessons, water aerobics, stroke lessons, lap swim, and rentals will no longer be available.

CITY OF RIDGECREST PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTKerr McGee Community Center, 100 W. California Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 • (760) 499-5151 332323

WATER AEROBICS Monday – Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm our lifeguard instructors will lead you in Water Aerobics to easylistening music. A very low impact exercise class. We offer assistance in and out of the pool to help youwith a positive exercise experience. Please join us! Water Aerobics end August 6, 2015. No exceptions.

SPECIAL EVENTSMARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Make a splash and simply be a part of the summer fun!Each event is 11am -1pm with $1 entrance fee

(normal open swim fee will apply after 1pm).You may purchase food at your own cost.

may 30th – Opening Day!June 20th – Splashin’ Fun!

July 4th – happy 4th! July 25th – Goodbye Summer!

Swim Lesson Schedule SPLASH INTO SUMMER SAFELY WITH OUR

SWIM LESSONS!

Session #1 June 1-11Session #2 June 15-25Session #3 July 6-16Session #4 July 20- 30*No lessons June 29-July 4*Only private lessons August 3-6

All lessons are Monday – Thursday:Group Lessons: $65 (4:1 ratio; 8 x 30 min.)

Private Lessons: $80 (1:1 ratio; 4 x 30 min.)

Semi-Private: $40 (2:1 ratio; 4 x 30 min.)

Stroke Lessons**: $30 (1:1 ratio; 1 x 30 min.)

Parent & Child***: $40 (6:1 ratio; 4 x 30 min.)

**Stroke Lessons only Friday & Saturday***Parent & Child is only at 5:30pm

Morning Lessons:9:30 am

10:00 am

10:30 am

11:00 am

Evening Lessons:4:30 pm

5:00 pm

5:30 pm

6:00 pm


COSO OPERATING CO.PO Box 1690

Inyokern, CA 93527Ph: 1-760-764-1300Fax: 1-760-764-1343

Proudly Supporting Our Communityand our Children’s Activities

DAILY SCHEDULE

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DIVING CLINICJune 22 – 25 Diving Clinic #1July 13 – 16 Diving Clinic #2

TIMES: 11:30am – 12:00pmAGES: 6 yrs up COST: $20 per person

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